Looking for upcoming workshops? Discover our upcoming workshop lineup.
Check out this downloadable one-pager of all our upcoming conferences.
JULY 31 & AUGUST 1 - This workshop offers the latest TDA and USDA updates, with opportunities to expand skills, share ideas, and connect with other cafeteria staff to create a recipe for success.
NEXT WORKSHOP IS AUGUST 12 - Check out this six-part series that aims to help district and campus leaders navigate accountability with data and strategy. Beginning in June 2025!
NEXT WORKSHOP IS AUGUST 12 & 13 - Join us for a 2-day, in-person training that will have you hitting all the right notes as a Title I, Part A paraprofessional.
NEXT WORKSHOP IS AUGUST 19 - This year's cohort will focus on reading and writing integration, authentic revision practices, and leveraging the NEW TEKS RS planning platform to strengthen instructional planning.
NEXT WORKSHOP IS SEPTEMBER 3 - AI Alliance is a yearlong workshop series for district and campus leaders ready to explore the role of AI in education. Each monthly session offers expert insights, hands-on learning, and practical strategies on topics like policy, classroom integration, and AI literacy.
NEXT WORKSHOP IS SEPTEMBER 9 - Grab your coffee and join us for monthly McKinney-Vento chats—informal, supportive conversations focused on helping students experiencing homelessness. Each session offers practical tips, resources, and Q&A time to help you better serve your students and stay informed.
NEXT WORKSHOP IS SEPTEMBER 10 - A hands-on, collaborative experience designed for elementary and secondary science educators! Dive into TEKS-aligned, grade-specific learning labs focused on real classroom strategies, lab safety, student discourse, and content mastery.
NEXT WORKSHOP IS SEPTEMBER 11 - This virtual series, running September through November, will cover federal programs planning, compliance, and evaluation. Perfect for both newcomers and those needing a refresher.
SEPTEMBER 11 & 12 - Want to build stronger connections with your students and teammates? Sign up for Capturing Kids’ Hearts and learn how meaningful relationships lead to real results.
NEXT WORKSHOP IS SEPTEMBER 15 - Discover how coding, design, and simulation can bring science to life in the STEM Integration Series. Each hands-on session builds practical skills with tools like MicroBits, Trinket, VPython, and TinkerCad—all geared toward supporting science investigations and boosting student engagement.
SEPTEMBER 18 - More information coming soon!
SEPTEMBER 23 - Ready to tell your school’s story in a way that connects and inspires? Join us and discover how to become the Social Media Hero your campus needs.
SEPTEMBER 26 - Join our school counselors for a helpful session on recognizing stress, supporting your child’s mental health, and connecting with the right resources to help them thrive.
OCTOBER 6 - Celebrate Earth Science Week with a hands-on day of outdoor STEM at the Tyler Nature Center! With tailored breakout sessions for both elementary and secondary teachers, you’ll explore topics like energy, geology, and astronomy, gather real-world data, and hear from guest presenters including Texas Farm Bureau, UT Tyler, and more. Bring your hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and camping chair!
OCTOBER 7 - More information coming soon!
OCTOBER 7 - Connect with fellow PEIMS Coordinators and get your questions answered by TEA experts Justin Jons and Joe Herrera as they walk through the Student Attendance Accounting Handbook and help ensure your procedures are on track.
OCTOBER 13 & 14 - Mark your calendars for the Region 7 Esports Fall Cup—Middle School teams face off on October 13, and High School teams take the stage October 14! This fast-paced event brings together student gamers for two days of competition, strategy, and school spirit. Spots are limited to the first 32 teams, so call now to register and be part of the action!
OCTOBER 21 - Save the date for the annual Region 7 Food Show on October 21, 2025, at Maude Cobb Convention Center in Longview! Food service staff are invited from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, and staff and students may attend from 12:00–2:00 PM (last entry at 1:30 PM). Come explore new products, sample menu items, and connect with vendors!
OCTOBER 22-23 - During this event, students will have the opportunity to participate in engaging sessions tailored to their interests, featuring hands-on activities in science, computer applications, math strategies, reading comprehension, creative expression, movement, and more.
OCTOBER 28 - Join us for the annual School Counselor Academy, where you’ll gain fresh strategies and activities to support students’ social, emotional, and academic success. This event is designed to strengthen your skills, expand your toolkit, and help you create positive outcomes for every student.
OCTOBER 30 - Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Dave Richards of Richards, Lindsay, and Martin, L.L.P. as he provides an essential overview of Section 504, including eligibility, recent OCR decisions, legislative updates, and key issues impacting schools. Bring your questions and join the conversation on this critical topic.
NOVEMBER 5 - More information coming soon!
NOVEMBER 7 - Join us for Region 7 LitCon 2025: Illuminate Writing—a one-day literacy conference focused on effective writing instruction. Hear from keynote speaker Kristina Smekens, explore best practices, and take home strategies you can use right away. Microsession registration details will be sent closer to the event.
NOVEMBER 19 & 20 - Join us for both days of the 2025 Fall Innovative Teaching & Technology (FITT) Conference on November 19–20 at Region 7 ESC! This year’s theme, Innovation Under Construction, invites educators, leaders, and tech enthusiasts to explore groundbreaking ideas, take part in hands-on workshops, and connect with peers through dynamic sessions and interactive learning experiences. Don’t miss this two-day opportunity to build fresh strategies and discover tools that will shape tomorrow’s classrooms.